TUSA Food Hub – Sandy Bay

The TUSA Food Hub is a weekly initiative providing affordable and free food support for UTAS students. We are open every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 AM to 2 PM (excluding public holidays).

📍 Location: The Ref, below the TUSA Building, Sandy Bay Campus (look for the big Food Hub sign).

Our Mission

TUSA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting UTAS students. The TUSA Food Hub operates as a social enterprise, running programs that improve social, economic, and physical access to both fresh and pantry food.

Our Food Hub ensures affordable, nutritious food in a dignified and inclusive space, offering savings of over 40% compared to retail prices in the area. We are committed to ensuring no student goes hungry by providing food relief through donations, low-cost food purchasing, and volunteers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How does the ticketing system work?

• Students pre-book a ticket via QPay to access the Food Hub.
• Tickets are capped weekly to ensure fair distribution of food.
• Ticketed sessions are divided into 50-minute time slots, students must arrive during their allocated time. The Food Hub is closed for the last 10 minutes of each hour for stock checks.
• One ticket per student per week – no collecting for friends.
• After booking, students receive a ticket confirmation and collection details via email.

How much does it cost to access the Food Hub?

The Food Hub is a partially paid service for UTAS students. Registration is essential, and students must bring their UTAS ID card.

💡 Ticket Options:

• Free Ticket: Access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items, unlimited bread, and the free items table.
• Basic Bundle ($5 donation): 5 pantry items, plus access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items unlimited bread, and the free items table. 
• Premium Bundle ($8 donation): 8 pantry items, plus access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items, unlimited bread and the free items table.

*Limits apply on fruit, vegetables and frozen items.

We partner with Loaves & Fishes, Foodbank Tasmania, OzHarvest & Gateway Life to source food, so stock availability varies weekly.

What can I expect at the Food Hub?

• We provide pantry staples, bread, fresh produce, and frozen items. Pantry staples are purchased to ensure availability, while bread, fruit, vegetables, and frozen items depend on weekly donations.
• We aim to stock essential items, but availability varies due to reliance on donations.
• Please be kind to our staff and volunteers—we do our best to accommodate needs but cannot guarantee specific items each week.

What if I can’t make my time slot?

• Students must attend during their allocated ticket time.
• If your time slot doesn’t work, email us by 6 PM the day before service day.

What if I need food outside Food Hub hours?

• Free bread is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 AM to 11 AM outside the Food Hub and Wednesdays at TUSA Hub in Lazenby’s.
• If you’re in significant need, contact the Student Advocacy Team for additional support.

Food Hub Rewards Program

To encourage sustainability, we offer a rewards program:

• Bring your own containers/jars for bulk food items.
• Return spray bottles for Z-Water cleaning products.
• Receive a stamp on your Food Hub Rewards Card.
• 10 stamps = a reward (e.g., a tote bag, an extra pantry item, a coffee voucher, or a Unique Tassie Experience).

Need Additional Support? If you are unable to afford a bundle, you can book an appointment with a Student Advocate for additional support and to explore other available assistance options. Our goal is to ensure all students have access to food when they need it.

📧 Contact Student Advocacy: support@tusa.utas.edu.au

📢 Stay Updated Check our Facebook page and this webpage for updates.

📧 Questions? Email us at Food.Hub@tusa.utas.edu.au

Come and have a hit of tennis at the UTAS Sandy Bay Tennis courts on Tuesday night at 6pm.

Admission to the event is currently $10, unless you are a member. Members on Rubric enter free of charge!.

Tennis racquets are provided if you don’t have your own and tennis balls are available too.

Hey Players!

The Tasmanian University Tennis Club are EXCITED to announce the opportunity to offer coaching through our partnership with coach Tony Blom! 

Here you can develop and refine your tennis skills, whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced player. Bring a friend – the more, the merrier!

Coaching sessions are available for just $20, on Tuesday evenings from 6-7pm. 

Spots are limited to 8, so grab your racquet and come join the fun! We look forward to seeing you there 🙂

*In the event of a cancellation, by the TUTC, all payments will be reimbursed in accordance with our refund policy.

TUSA Food Hub – Launceston

The TUSA Food Hub is a weekly initiative providing affordable and free food support for UTAS students. We are open every Wednesday 11 AM to 2 PM (excluding public holidays).

📍 Location: The Railway Cottage, Inveresk Campus, Launceston (near the roundabout on the corner of Invermay Rd and the carpark – look for the TUSA and Food Hub signs) 

Our Mission

TUSA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting UTAS students. The TUSA Food Hub operates as a social enterprise, running programs that improve social, economic, and physical access to both fresh and pantry food.

Our Food Hub ensures affordable, nutritious food in a dignified and inclusive space, offering savings of over 40% compared to retail prices in the area. We are committed to ensuring no student goes hungry by providing food relief through donations, low-cost food purchasing, and volunteers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How does the ticketing system work?

• Students pre-book a ticket via QPay to access the Food Hub.
• Tickets are capped weekly to ensure fair distribution of food.
• Ticketed sessions are divided into 50-minute time slots, students must arrive during their allocated time. The Food Hub is closed for the last 10 minutes of each hour for stock checks.
• One ticket per student per week – no collecting for friends.
• After booking, students receive a ticket confirmation and collection details via email.

How much does it cost to access the Food Hub?

The Food Hub is a partially paid service for UTAS students. Registration is essential, and students must bring their UTAS ID card.

💡 Ticket Options:

• Free Ticket: Access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items, unlimited bread, and the free items table.
• Basic Bundle ($5 donation): 5 pantry items, plus access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items unlimited bread, and the free items table. 
• Premium Bundle ($8 donation): 8 pantry items, plus access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items, unlimited bread and the free items table.

*Limits apply on fruit, vegetables and frozen items.

NEW: The $8 Premium Bundle now includes only ONE protein option (chicken), as part of your 8-item selection. 

We partner with OzHarvest, Loaves & Fishes, Foodbank Tasmania, & Gateway Life to source food, so stock availability varies weekly.

What can I expect at the Food Hub?

• We provide pantry staples, bread, fresh produce, and frozen items. Pantry staples are purchased to ensure availability, while bread, fruit, vegetables, and frozen items depend on weekly donations.
• We aim to stock essential items, but availability varies due to reliance on donations.
• Please be kind to our staff and volunteers—we do our best to accommodate needs but cannot guarantee specific items each week.

What if I can’t make my time slot?

• Students must attend during their allocated ticket time.
• If your time slot doesn’t work, email us by 6 PM the day before service day.

What if I need food outside Food Hub hours?

• If you’re in significant need, contact the Student Advocacy Team for additional support or see our website for extra support options.

Food Hub Rewards Program

To encourage sustainability, we offer a rewards program:

• Bring your own containers/jars for bulk food items.
• Return spray bottles for Z-Water cleaning products.
• Receive a stamp on your Food Hub Rewards Card.
• 10 stamps = a reward (e.g., a tote bag, an extra pantry item, a coffee voucher, or a Unique Tassie Experience).

Need Additional Support? If you are unable to afford a bundle, you can book an appointment with a Student Advocate for additional support and to explore other available assistance options. Our goal is to ensure all students have access to food when they need it.

📧 Contact Student Advocacy: support@tusa.utas.edu.au

📢 Stay Updated Check our Facebook page and this webpage for updates.

📧 Questions? Email us at Food.Hub@tusa.utas.edu.au

TUSA Food Hub – Hobart City 

The TUSA Food Hub is a weekly initiative providing  free and affordable food for UTAS students. We are open every Wednesday from 1–3 PM (excluding public holidays).

📍 Location: Hobart City Student Hub – 157 Elizabeth St (look for the Food Hub sign)

Our Mission

TUSA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting UTAS students. The TUSA Food Hub operates as a social enterprise, running programs that improve social, economic, and physical access to both fresh and pantry food.

Our Food Hub ensures affordable, nutritious food in a dignified and inclusive space, offering savings of over 40% compared to retail prices in the area. We are committed to ensuring no student goes hungry by providing food relief through donations, low-cost food purchasing, and volunteers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How does the ticketing system work?

• Students can pre-book a ticket via QPay to access the Food Hub or grab a ticket on the day.
• Tickets are capped weekly to ensure fair distribution of food.
• Ticketed sessions are divided into 50-minute time slots.
• One ticket per student per week – no collecting for friends.
• After booking, students receive a ticket confirmation and collection details via email.

How much does it cost to access the Food Hub?

The Food Hub is a partially paid service for UTAS students. Registration is essential, and students must bring their UTAS ID card.

💡 Ticket Options:

• Free Ticket: Access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items, unlimited bread, and the free items table.
• Basic Bundle ($5 donation): 5 pantry items, plus access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items unlimited bread, and the free items table. 
• Premium Bundle ($8 donation): 8 pantry items, plus access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items, unlimited bread and the free items table.

*Limits apply on fruit, vegetables and frozen items.

We partner with Loaves & Fishes, Foodbank Tasmania, OzHarvest & Gateway Life to source food, so stock availability varies weekly.

What can I expect at the Food Hub?

• We provide pantry staples, bread, fresh produce, and frozen items. Pantry staples are purchased to ensure availability, while bread, fruit, vegetables, and frozen items depend on weekly donations.
• We aim to stock essential items, but availability varies due to reliance on donations.
• Please be kind to our staff and volunteers—we do our best to accommodate needs but cannot guarantee specific items each week.

What if I can’t make my time slot?

• Students must attend during their allocated ticket time.
• If your time slot doesn’t work, email us by 6 PM the day before service day.

What if I need food outside Food Hub hours?

• If you’re in significant need, contact the Student Advocacy Team for additional support.

Need Additional Support? If you are unable to afford a bundle, you can book an appointment with a Student Advocate for additional support and to explore other available assistance options. Our goal is to ensure all students have access to food when they need it.

📧 Contact Student Advocacy: support@tusa.utas.edu.au

📢 Stay Updated Check our Facebook page and this webpage for updates.

📧 Questions? Email us at Food.Hub@tusa.utas.edu.au

TUSA Food Hub – Sandy Bay

The TUSA Food Hub is a weekly initiative providing affordable and free food support for UTAS students. We are open every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 AM to 2 PM (excluding public holidays).

📍 Location: The Ref, below the TUSA Building, Sandy Bay Campus (look for the big Food Hub sign).

Our Mission

TUSA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting UTAS students. The TUSA Food Hub operates as a social enterprise, running programs that improve social, economic, and physical access to both fresh and pantry food.

Our Food Hub ensures affordable, nutritious food in a dignified and inclusive space, offering savings of over 40% compared to retail prices in the area. We are committed to ensuring no student goes hungry by providing food relief through donations, low-cost food purchasing, and volunteers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How does the ticketing system work?

• Students pre-book a ticket via QPay to access the Food Hub.
• Tickets are capped weekly to ensure fair distribution of food.
• Ticketed sessions are divided into 50-minute time slots, students must arrive during their allocated time. The Food Hub is closed for the last 10 minutes of each hour for stock checks.
• One ticket per student per week – no collecting for friends.
• After booking, students receive a ticket confirmation and collection details via email.

How much does it cost to access the Food Hub?

The Food Hub is a partially paid service for UTAS students. Registration is essential, and students must bring their UTAS ID card.

💡 Ticket Options:

• Free Ticket: Access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items, unlimited bread, and the free items table.
• Basic Bundle ($5 donation): 5 pantry items, plus access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items unlimited bread, and the free items table. 
• Premium Bundle ($8 donation): 8 pantry items, plus access to fruit, vegetables, frozen items, unlimited bread and the free items table.

*Limits apply on fruit, vegetables and frozen items.

We partner with Loaves & Fishes, Foodbank Tasmania, OzHarvest & Gateway Life to source food, so stock availability varies weekly.

What can I expect at the Food Hub?

• We provide pantry staples, bread, fresh produce, and frozen items. Pantry staples are purchased to ensure availability, while bread, fruit, vegetables, and frozen items depend on weekly donations.
• We aim to stock essential items, but availability varies due to reliance on donations.
• Please be kind to our staff and volunteers—we do our best to accommodate needs but cannot guarantee specific items each week.

What if I can’t make my time slot?

• Students must attend during their allocated ticket time.
• If your time slot doesn’t work, email us by 6 PM the day before service day.

What if I need food outside Food Hub hours?

• Free bread is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 AM to 11 AM outside the Food Hub and Wednesdays at TUSA Hub in Lazenby’s.
• If you’re in significant need, contact the Student Advocacy Team for additional support.

Food Hub Rewards Program

To encourage sustainability, we offer a rewards program:

• Bring your own containers/jars for bulk food items.
• Return spray bottles for Z-Water cleaning products.
• Receive a stamp on your Food Hub Rewards Card.
• 10 stamps = a reward (e.g., a tote bag, an extra pantry item, a coffee voucher, or a Unique Tassie Experience).

Need Additional Support? If you are unable to afford a bundle, you can book an appointment with a Student Advocate for additional support and to explore other available assistance options. Our goal is to ensure all students have access to food when they need it.

📧 Contact Student Advocacy: support@tusa.utas.edu.au

📢 Stay Updated Check our Facebook page and this webpage for updates.

📧 Questions? Email us at Food.Hub@tusa.utas.edu.au

🍰 Join us for the TUSA Food Hub Bake Sale! 🍰

Come along and treat yourself (and your friends or family!) to a range of delicious homemade goodies, all in support of the TUSA Food Hub.

Free entry — no registration required!

Every dollar raised will go directly to supporting our five TUSA Food Hubs across Tasmania & Rozelle. The Food Hub program provides free and low-cost groceries to UTAS students, helping ease cost-of-living pressures and ensure every student has access to nutritious food.

🥄 What to expect:

A mouth-watering selection of baked treats, good vibes, and the chance to make a difference.

📍 Where: Inveresk Library, UTAS Inveresk Campus

⏰ When: Thursday 13th November | 11:00AM until sold out

We can’t wait to see you there and share some sweetness for a great cause! 💚

🍰 Join us for the TUSA Food Hub Bake Sale! 🍰

Come along and treat yourself (and your friends or family!) to a range of delicious homemade goodies, all in support of the TUSA Food Hub.

Free entry — no registration required!

Every dollar raised will go directly to supporting our five TUSA Food Hubs across Tasmania & Rozelle. The Food Hub program provides free and low-cost groceries to UTAS students, helping ease cost-of-living pressures and ensure every student has access to nutritious food.

🥄 What to expect:

A mouth-watering selection of baked treats, good vibes, and the chance to make a difference.

📍 Where: Swanston Building, Australian Maritime College, Maritime Way, Newnham.  

⏰ When: Thursday 13th November | 11:00AM until sold out

We can’t wait to see you there and share some sweetness for a great cause! 💚

Student Leaders Conference 2025 – Day 1

Location: Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre, Sandy Bay Campus

Time: (Bump in from 8:45 am) 9 am to 4:30 pm.

Join us for the Student Leaders Conference, hosted by TUSA on Tuesday 18 – Wednesday 19 November at the Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre, Sandy Bay Campus. With exams wrapped up, this two-day event focuses on skills development for current and future student leaders across TUSA and the University.

Expect interactive workshops, TUSA programs, and training sessions led by staff, students, and guest speakers active in student leadership roles.

🔹 Attendance is required: At least one executive member from each club or society must attend both days.

🔹 Regional options: For those in the North, sessions will also run in Launceston (TBA) and Cradle Coast West Park (TBA).

* IF YOU CAN NOT ATTEND, PLEASE NOTIFY US AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE – CLUBS@TUSA.UTAS.EDU.AU *

This is a SSAF-funded initiative supported by the Tasmanian University Student Association. 

Student Leaders Conference 2025 – Day 2

Location: Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre, Sandy Bay Campus

Time: (Bump in from 8:45 am) 9 am to 4:30 pm.

Join us for the Student Leaders Conference, hosted by TUSA on Tuesday 18 – Wednesday 19 November at the Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre, Sandy Bay Campus. With exams wrapped up, this two-day event focuses on skills development for current and future student leaders across TUSA and the University.

Expect interactive workshops, TUSA programs, and training sessions led by staff, students, and guest speakers active in student leadership roles.

🔹 Attendance is required: At least one executive member from each club or society must attend both days.

🔹 Regional options: For those in the North, sessions will also run in Launceston (TBA) and Cradle Coast West Park (TBA).

* IF YOU CAN NOT ATTEND, PLEASE NOTIFY US AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE – CLUBS@TUSA.UTAS.EDU.AU *

This is a SSAF-funded initiative supported by the Tasmanian University Student Association. 

🎉 Get ready to party, because it’s that time of the year again! 🥳

Join us as we celebrate the incredible achievements of our Clubs & Societies! 🏆🎊 The Tasmanian University Student Association (TUSA) is throwing the Clubs & Societies Awards Night, and you’re invited to join in on the fun! 🌟🕺💃

Let’s give a massive shoutout to our amazing Clubs & Societies for their outstanding contributions, taking the student experience at the University of Tasmania to a whole new level! 🙌🚀 Our Clubs & Societies have poured their hearts and souls into organising mind-blowing events for all of us. It’s time to give them the recognition they truly deserve! 🎈👏

🍽️ This year, get ready for some delectable food & light refreshments at the Lazenby’s Precinct at Dobson Rd, Sandy Bay Campus (it’s the dining area at the Central Courtyard)🍹🥂

Save the date! 📆

📅 Date: Wednesday 19 Nov 2025

🕡 Time: 4:30 PM to 6 PM

🏢 Venue: Lazenby’s Precinct, Dobson Rd, Sandy Bay Campus

💲 Tickets: FREE (Tickets will be prioritised for nominated C&S executives)

Gather your squad and join us for a fun night of celebrations 🕺💫🌟

Clubs have 1 month to
nominate themselves. Nominations close Monday 3^rd
November at 12 pm, and winners are announced at the event.

Link: https://tusa.org.au/csawards/

For more information, reach out to the TUSA Clubs team at clubs@tusa.utas.edu.au. 📧

Don’t miss out on the most fabulous event of the year! Get your tickets now and let’s make this night one for the books! 🌠🎟️

#TUSAawardsnight

Feeling uncertain about your research career path? 🎓 Join our 4-session workshop series Research Career Success (On Your Own Terms) and learn to:

✅ Define success beyond traditional academic metrics

✅ Navigate the hidden research job market

✅ Identify transferable skills across sectors

✅ Build sustainable career practices

📅 Fridays: 21 Nov, 28 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec

⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am AEDT

💻 Online via Zoom

                  Meeting URL: https://utas.zoom.us/j/87897694862?from=addon

                  Meeting ID:878 9769 4862

💰 Free for UTAS HDR students

Led by Dr Jason Downs (co-host of On The Reg podcast – 140K+ downloads)

⚡ SEND OFF — presented by TUSA

The first-ever on-campus music festival is landing Friday 21 November, 6–11pm — and it’s set to be one hell of a night.

Get ready for a multi-stage, high-energy experience to celebrate the end of an era with the TUSA Building & UniBar on the Sandy Bay campus, featuring Tassie’s best local talent, killer food, and all-round good vibes to celebrate the end of the year.

🎸 Band Stage

Live sets from some of Tasmania’s finest — think loud, local, and unforgettable.

🪩 UniBar Takeover

Reggae, dub, bass, and DJ sets that’ll keep the dance floor shaking all night long.

🎤 The Something Room

Expect the unexpected — comedy, drag, slam poetry, heavy jazz, theatre, and surprise acts throughout the night.

🍕 Food Pits

Your favourite food trucks, chill zones, and spaces to kick back with mates.

🍻 Student-Priced Drinks

Because good times shouldn’t break the bank.

🎟️ Tickets

Student and General Admission tiers available. Student ID required for Student tickets. 
Limited Early-Bird tickets — grab yours before they’re gone! Early – bird tickets available until October 31 or until Sold Out! 

🧠 Good to Know

• 18+ event — valid photo ID required for entry
• No pass-outs (once you’re in, you’re in)
• No entry after 9:00 PM
• Security and first aid will be on site — follow staff directions at all times
• Should presales not reach the minimum target, the event will be cancelled and tickets refunded in full
• Respect the space, the staff, and your fellow festival-goers ❤️
• Strictly No Smoking on campus 
• Early-bird ticket sales end 31 October or until sold out! 

This is SEND OFF 2025 — the ultimate end-of-year celebration and farewell to the TUSA Building & UniBar and all the good time memories it holds.
Good music. Good food. Good vibes.
Let’s send it off, Tassie. 🎶

🎓 2025 Psychology Society Ball 🥂

Presented by TUPS – UTAS Psychology Society

Join us for a night of celebration, connection, and class at the 2025 Psychology Society Ball! This annual event brings together psychology students from all year levels and campuses to celebrate the year that was – and the bright futures ahead.

✨ Expect a night filled with:

• A delicious sit-down dinner
• DJ and dance floor
• Photographer & photo booth
• Awards and prizes
• Plenty of psych-themed fun

Whether you’re graduating, just getting started, or somewhere in between, this is your night to celebrate!

📍 Venue: Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania

📅 Date: 22/11/2025

🕖 Time: 6:45pm arrival | 7:00pm start

🎟️ Ticket Price: $99-149 (includes food, entertainment & more)

👗 Dress Code: Formal / Ball attire + Mask

This event is open to all UTAS students and the general public, with limited general release tickets available. TUPS members receive early access and discounted pricing.

Get your tickets early – this event will sell out!

We can’t wait to see you there! 💃🕺

🗳️ TUPS Annual General Meeting – November 2025

📅 Date: Monday, 24th November 2025

🕖 Time: 7:00 PM

📍 Location: Board Room – Victor Burley, 2 Churchill Ave, Sandy Bay Campus, TAS 7005

💻 Online: Zoom link will be provided to all registrants

The November AGM will be held to elect the 2026 Psychology Society Committee. This is your opportunity to nominate yourself or someone else and help shape the direction of TUPS for the upcoming year!

🔗 Nomination Form: HERE

Whether you’re keen to join the committee or just want to stay involved, we encourage all members to attend.

📌 Note: In-person attendance is limited — secure your spot early. Online attendance will be available for those who prefer to join remotely.

This is a 2 Day, Face-to-Face offering of the Standard Mental Health First Aid course offered by TUSA at the Hobart/Sandy Bay TUSA Office.

For discounted pricing, enrolment requires current Student ID for student pricing and payment upfront. If using an invalid ID, you will be charged the remaining cost of a full-priced enrolment. 

The Standard Mental Health First Aid course teaches participants how to provide initial support to another adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional help is received or the crisis resolves. 

Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem and the treatments and supports available.

What you’ll learn

Learn how to apply mental health first aid to adults across a range of common mental health problems and crisis situations, including:

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Psychosis

• Substance use problems

• Suicidal thoughts and behaviours

• Panic attacks

• Non suicidal self-injury

• Traumatic events

Become an MHFAider

Adults who complete the course become Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders), equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to provide someone with mental 

health information and support when it matters most. 

Complete a short assessment at the end of the course to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider). Accreditations are valid for 3 years

The Standard Mental Health First Aid course teaches participants how to provide initial support to another adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional help is received or the crisis resolves. 

Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem and the treatments and supports available.

What you’ll learn

Learn how to apply mental health first aid to adults across a range of common mental health problems and crisis situations, including:

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Psychosis

• Substance use problems

• Suicidal thoughts and behaviours

• Panic attacks

• Non suicidal self-injury

• Traumatic events

Become an MHFAider

Adults who complete the course become Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders), equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to provide someone with mental 

health information and support when it matters most. 

Complete a short assessment at the end of the course to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider). Accreditations are valid for 3 years

Session 2: Where are all the Research Jobs? (28 Nov)

● Exploring the ‘hidden’ job market

● Understanding what employers valueFeeling uncertain about your research career path?

🎓
Join our 4-session workshop series Research Career Success (On Your Own
Terms) and learn to:

✅ Define success beyond
traditional academic metrics

✅ Navigate the hidden research
job market

✅ Identify transferable skills
across sectors

✅ Build sustainable career
practices

📅 Fridays: 28
Nov 2025

⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am AEDT

💻 Online via Zoom

               
  Meeting URL: https://utas.zoom.us/j/87897694862?from=addon

               
  Meeting ID:878 9769 4862

💰 Free for UTAS HDR
students

Led by Dr Jason Downs (co-host of On The Reg podcast – 140K+
downloads)

DArchside’s first ever Wine Tour of the Tamar Valley

Meet up outside Blue Cafe, at the Inveresk Carpark 9:00 AM

We’ll be travelling by bus to 2 architect-designed wineries.

Wine tastings included in the ticket price.

Lunch at Miners Gold Brewery.

Graduates from the Bachelor and Master programs can get a discounted ticket, so check your emails for the password!

While event organisers will oversee that the event goes to plan, it is up to attendees to behave in considerate and professional manner in public.

Email utasdarchside@gmail.com if you can no longer attend. Only requests made up to 12 hours before the start of the event will be refunded (9:00 PM Saturday 29th)

Feeling uncertain about your research career path? 🎓
Join our 4-session workshop series Research Career Success (On Your Own
Terms) and learn to:

✅ Define success beyond
traditional academic metrics

✅ Navigate the hidden research
job market

✅ Identify transferable skills
across sectors

✅ Build sustainable career
practices

📅 Fridays: 5 Dec

⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am AEDT

Session 3: Exploring Academic and Non-Academic Career Paths (5 Dec)

● Searching for academic jobs

● Understanding how job advertisements ‘work’

● Identifying top five skills hirers seek

💻 Online via Zoom

               
  Meeting URL: https://utas.zoom.us/j/87897694862?from=addon

               
  Meeting ID:878 9769 4862

💰 Free for UTAS HDR
students

Led by Dr Jason Downs (co-host of On The Reg podcast – 140K+
downloads)

This is a 2 Day, Face-to-Face offering of the Standard Mental Health First Aid course offered by TUSA at the Inveresk TUSA Office (Railway Roundabout Cottage).

For discounted pricing, enrolment requires current Student ID for
student pricing and payment upfront. If using an invalid ID, you will
be charged the remaining cost of a full-priced enrolment. 

The Standard Mental Health First Aid course teaches participants how to provide initial support to another adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional help is received or the crisis resolves. 

Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem and the treatments and supports available.

What you’ll learn

Learn how to apply mental health first aid to adults across a range of common mental health problems and crisis situations, including:

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Psychosis

• Substance use problems

• Suicidal thoughts and behaviours

• Panic attacks

• Non suicidal self-injury

• Traumatic events

Become an MHFAider

Adults who complete the course become Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders), equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to provide someone with mental 

health information and support when it matters most. 

Complete a short assessment at the end of the course to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider). Accreditations are valid for 3 years

Feeling uncertain about your research career path? 🎓
Join our 4-session workshop series Research Career Success (On Your Own
Terms) and learn to:

✅ Define success beyond
traditional academic metrics

✅ Navigate the hidden research
job market

✅ Identify transferable skills
across sectors

✅ Build sustainable career
practices

📅 Fridays: 12 Dec

⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am AEDT

Session 4: Strategic Career Planning (12 Dec)

● Developing your career action plan

● Communicating your value effectively

● Building career artefacts that secure interviews Page

💻 Online via Zoom

               
  Meeting URL: https://utas.zoom.us/j/87897694862?from=addon

               
  Meeting ID:878 9769 4862

💰 Free for UTAS HDR
students

Led by Dr Jason Downs (co-host of On The Reg podcast – 140K+
downloads)

TULS Law Graduation Celebration

Join us on Tuesday 16th December from 6pm-8:30pm to celebrate our 2025 graduating cohort! We warmly welcome all graduating students and staff. Canapés and a wine/beer on entry will be provided! Ticket sales close Thursday 4th December at 5pm.

Please note – the Telegraph Hotel rooftop is accessible via stairs and a lift. Please email fifth@tuls.com.au to pre-organise lift access if needed.

A celebration for all the newly minted doctors and their families. 

A night of food, dancing, an open bar, and all the friends we’ve made along the way. 

SPURS is excited to host the 2026 Paramedicine Grad Ball for the graduating Paramedicine class! Join us on Friday 20th February from 7pm at L’Aqua in Darling Harbour. Dress code is formal 😎

Tickets include;

  –   Hot & Cold Canape’s – cocktail style event! 🍽

  –   Free flowing unlimited beverage package for event duration 🥂🍻☕️ (includes bottled red & white wine, draught full strength & light beer, soft drinks, juice, tea & coffee service)

  –   Professional photographer 📸

  –   Professional DJ and dance floor 💃🕺

  –   Unlimited photobooth access during the event 🎞

This will be a fantastic night of fun, celebration and memories for one last time together as a cohort. Plus-ones are welcome for dates or friends! Purchase your ticket now to guarantee that we’ll see you there 🥳🥂🤩

TICKETING OPTIONS

  –   SPURS member: $115

  –   Plus-one – Member : $115

  –   SPURS non-member: $130

  –   Plus-ones – Non-member : $130

  –   UTAS staff: $130

Once you’ve purchased your ticket, pick out your best formal wear and save the date 🎉 

Ticket sales close Friday 6th February 11:59pm

For any questions, concerns or further information please email spurs@utas.edu.au

Please note:

  •   Ticket Sales close Friday 6th February 2025 at 11:59pm

  •   RSA will be adhered to by event and venue staff

  •   A small Rubric Administration Fee will be applied to ticket sales – Approx $4.00

  •   Strictly 18+ only

SPURS Member Discount: Please ensure you are logged into your account to access the SPURS member discounted ticket price.

Please note, plus one member tickets are for EXTERNAL UTAS GUESTS ONLY. You CANNOT buy member tickets for non-member UTAS classmates. This will be monitored and tickets will be rejected if this happens.